ABB Scarecrow Display, Contest Voting Underway
By Julie Perine on October 21, 2019 via Connect-Bridgeport.com
They're back - and there are more of them than ever before.
In its ninth year, the Associated Businesses of Bridgeport scarecrow display features 36 whimsical creatures, lining the Main Street Corridor.
Each year, ABB member businesses create and display the scarecrow character of their choice for the pleasure of residents and visitors to our city. Secured to lamp posts – by assignment from the ABB – the characters are inspired by the specialty of the host business, pop culture trends or seasonal elements.
To boost the fun factor, one scarecrow - chosen by popular vote - will be awarded the ABB's traveling plaque which can be displayed at the business until next year's contest.
Heading up this year's display and contest is Hilary Gonzalez, Real Estate & Closing Manager for Kaufman Realty & Auctions WV.
"This has been a great experience for me to see the excitement of the participants. I think this event is just all around fun for not only the Associated Businesses of Bridgeport, but the community as well," she said. "It also gives the small businesses a fun and creative way to advertise."
See a gallery of scarecrows below, then vote at the poll located to the right of this and every Connect-Bridgeport page.
Voting starts today, Monday, Oct. 21 and runs through Nov. 1. To vote, you must be a registered user with Connect-Bridgeport. To create an account, simply choose the "Sign Up" tab on the top of the page.
The winning scarecrow will be announced Monday, Nov. 4 and the plaque will be awarded at Light Up Night, to be held Thurs., Dec. 5.
Scarecrows must be removed by Sat., Nov. 2.
The Associated Businesses of Bridgeport is an active organization which focuses on connecting Bridgeport businesses and building a strong business community. Any Bridgeport business not already a member of the ABB can secure membership by paying $95 annual dues and filling out paperwork. Contact ABB Secretary Lisa Lang at galbds@aol.com for more information.
